Thank you all folks! What I can partially conclude is that the earlier toli-tolis are not chased but wire filigree in all the work.
I like the last example posted, and that has better craftsmanship. It has silver filigree all over instead of chasing and embossing, which I admit is more difficult in this case.
I hope I am correct in my analysis of the metal work of the earlier toli-toli.
Another question: does the presence of a toli-toli make the keris a ceremonial piece or is it a sign of nobility (or could it be both)?
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